Souk Studio Review. I‘m at a loss for words. This was an out-of-body yoga experience, and I mean that. Heads up though, this class is not for everyone and it’s not for beginner yogis.
The room fits 30-plus people, so it’s a proper crowd, but it never feels anonymous. They remember names, even for newbies like me on a first visit. That’s a small thing that says a lot about how this studio runs. Class opens with a song I didn’t recognize but loved, and closes with a group OM. Not many studios still do that, and it sets a tone from the first minute. The music through class sits low and ambient, with some live singing woven in rather than a playlist on shuffle.
This is a flow class, so it moves. Vinyasa, poses I hadn’t tried before, even handstands, which I’m always here for. Expect hands-on assists throughout, including some help I didn’t see coming: eucalyptus balm worked into my shoulders mid-flow. Totally unexpected, totally wicked.
Pace is fast with few breaks, so come ready to move. This is a shower-at-home kind of studio, though a quick turnaround is doable if you’re not precious about it.
The energy in the room is high but communal, not competitive. If you’re a serious flow yogi looking for something beyond your usual studio, Souk is worth the trip.
If you’re looking for a high-intensity steaming hot session before you find your zen at Souk, check out my review of New York Hot Yoga
